2nd Annual Channel Islands Harbor Pumpkin Paddle in Oxnard, Sat Oct 24

Name: 2nd Annual Channel Islands Harbor Pumpkin Paddle
Start: 2026-10-24T10:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-10-24T12:00:00-07:00
Location: Channel Islands Harbor Boat Launch Facility

Know before you go

When: Saturday, October 24, 2026, 10 AM to 12 PM (one week before Halloween)
Where: Channel Islands Harbor Boat Launch Facility, 3141 Victoria Avenue, Oxnard, United States
Tickets: Free
Length: About 2 hours
Ages: Family-friendly
Type: Pumpkin Patch
Dress code: Costumes encouraged

Details

Grab your paddle for a fun-filled morning of floating and fall vibes on the water!
About this Event

The Channel Islands Harbor will host its 2nd Annual Pumpkin Paddle at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 24, inviting kayakers and paddleboarders to dress up in costume and celebrate Halloween on the water.

Safety Reminder

All participants must wear or have a life jacket available while on the water. Ventura County Harbor Patrol will be present to help ensure a safe and enjoyable paddle.

Event Details

Start Location: East Bank Day Dock (between Fisherman’s Wharf and the public launch ramp)
Route: Paddle to the docks at Peninsula Park
Check In: 9 a.m.
Start Time: 10 a.m.
Pace: Go at your own speed
Safety: Harbor Patrol will be on hand to provide safety services

Costume Contest

Participants are encouraged to wear costumes. A costume contest will be held following the paddle, with winners receiving gift cards to dine at local Harbor businesses.

Registration & Giveaways

Registered participants will receive:

A pair of festive pumpkin sunglasses
Additional Harbor giveaways

More Halloween Fun

The Pumpkin Paddle is just the beginning! Stick around for the annual Parade of Frights in the evening, making October 24 a full day of Halloween fun at the Harbor.